Direct Procurement Specialist

Direct Procurement Specialist

About the Company:

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with annual sales of approximately $7 billion.

AMETEK has 22,000 colleagues at more than 150 operating locations, and a global network of sales, service and support locations in 30 countries around the world.

The AMETEK Growth Model combines its four growth strategies of Operational Excellence, Strategic Acquisitions, Global & Market Expansion, and New Product Development, with a disciplined focus on cash generation and capital deployment. By executing the AMETEK Growth Model, the company seeks to generate shareholder value by doubling earnings per share over the course of each business cycle.

AMETEK consists of two operating groups, both with highly differentiated technology and leading positions in niche markets:

Electronic Instruments - a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of advanced analytical, test and measurement instrumentation for the energy, aerospace, power, research, medical and industrial markets.

Electromechanical - a differentiated supplier of automation and precision motion control solutions, and highly engineered electrical interconnects, specialty metals and thermal management systems.

For our AMETEK CTS business unit, we are looking for a Direct Procurement Specialist at our location in Subotica, Serbia.

AMETEK CTS is a global leader in EMC compliance testing and RF power amplifiers, with over 50 years of experience in designing and manufacturing precision instruments. Under the brand names of EM TEST, Teseq, and AR, the company provides a wide range of specialized solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of equipment manufacturers across multiple industries.

With design and manufacturing facilities in Germany, Serbia, the United States and Switzerland, where the headquarters is based, AMETEK CTS offers innovative solutions to address the complex requirements of EMC compliance standards and RF amplifiers. To support customers, AMETEK CTS operates a global network of calibration labs, delivering services traceable to both national and international standards.

Position Summary:

The purchasing operative is responsible to the Plant Manager for activity relating to the purchasing and expedition of parts for the facility, including Operations and Engineering. The individual will liaise with the Plant Manager and Operations staff for the effective execution of their duties and will adjust schedules for timely delivery and maintain up to date knowledge of the objectives. The individual will plan and monitor material movement utilizing approved methodologies for best practice implementation for materials.

Key responsibilities:

Within the Operations area the Purchasing operative will work to:

• Ensure that all parts are ordered in a timely manner
• Liaise with Plant Manager to ensure the latest requirements are met
• Expedite and liaise with suppliers
• Maintain and/or reduce costs based on targets
• Create and maintain reports and spreadsheet for use in performing the function
• Review and prioritise purchasing activity to meet the requirements
• Observe and implement the Quality procedures for the area
• Act as a second for areas of stock, planning and delivery activities where necessary
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Position requirements:

• Be able to work in a Production Environment
• 3 years purchasing experience
• Effective communications skills
• Have proven problem-solving methodologies
• CIPS qualification would be an advantage

 What we offer you?

• Work in a dynamic international environment and pleasant and support team
• Opportunities for learning and personal growth
• Private Additional Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• And many other perks and benefits